Open To Work
Jason Newton
Battle Creek,MI
Summary
Skilled maintenance professional with expertise in performance evaluation and problem-solving. Committed to enhancing team collaboration and implementing efficient maintenance practices that promote operational excellence and achieve production targets. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor
Shiloh Industries Inc
Galesburg, Michigan
2025.02 - Current
- Scheduled machine repairs and maintenance to sustain continuous production operations.
- Coordinated preventative maintenance, enhancing equipment reliability and reducing downtime.
- Managed emergency repairs, minimizing disruptions to production schedules.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all maintenance activities.
- Monitored performance of maintenance department personnel, providing coaching and guidance.
- Trained and mentored new team members on safety and operational procedures.
- Collaborated with production teams to align maintenance schedules with workflow requirements.
- Compiled detailed reports for upper management based on equipment performance data.
Maintenance Manager
Shiloh Industries Inc
Galesburg, Michigan
2024.12 - 2025.02
- Conducted routine inspections to identify potential maintenance issues early.
- Managed inventory of tools, ensuring availability for maintenance tasks.
- Led team meetings to discuss ongoing projects and address operational challenges.
- Coordinated with vendors to purchase replacement parts as needed.
- Assigned duties to workers according to their skillsets.
- Organized work orders, assigned tasks to staff members and tracked progress of repairs and maintenance projects.
Production Manager
Benteler Automotive
Galesburg, Michigan
2020.01 - 2024.12
- Oversaw daily production operations in automotive manufacturing environment.
- Worked with engineering on product design adjustments and modifications.
- Monitored the daily operations of the production team, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and address any issues or concerns.
- Coached and mentored employees to develop and enhance career skills.
- Ensured that all safety policies and regulations were followed in accordance with company standards.
- Established clear communication channels between management and staff members.
- Created SOPs and documented system, planning criteria and procedures.
- Mentored junior team members in coaching techniques and strategies.
- Organized weekly meetings with the team to discuss objectives, challenges and successes.
Production Supervisor
Benteler Automotive
Galesburg, Michigan
2014.10 - 2020.01
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure operational efficiency.
- Monitored equipment performance and addressed maintenance needs promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions or operational problems as needed.
Setter
Benteler Automotive
Galesburg, Michigan
2013.10 - 2014.10
- Trained new staff on fixture setup procedures and safety protocols.
- Resolved mechanical issues during production to minimize downtime.
- Inspected fixtures for wear and damage, performing necessary repairs or replacements.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues during production runs.
- Troubleshot and resolved problems with tools, instruments, and gauges.
- Learned additional tasks to back up team members.
- Verify part dimensions against specified tolerances using measuring instruments such as calipers or micrometers.
Machine Operator
Benteler Automotive
Grand Rapids, Michigan
2000.11 - 2013.10
- Operated machinery to maintain production flow and quality standards.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for production processes effectively.
- Trained new operators on machinery use and safety protocols.
- Documented production data for tracking and reporting purposes.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ionia
Ionia, MI2000-06
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Effective communication
- Assembly line expertise
- Positive attitude
- Team collaboration
- Self-motivation
- Punctuality and dependability
- Problem solving
References
References available upon request.
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$70000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Maintenance Supervisor
Shiloh Industries Inc
2025.02 - Current
Maintenance Manager
Shiloh Industries Inc
2024.12 - 2025.02
Production Manager
Benteler Automotive
2020.01 - 2024.12
Production Supervisor
Benteler Automotive
2014.10 - 2020.01
Setter
Benteler Automotive
2013.10 - 2014.10
Machine Operator
Benteler Automotive
2000.11 - 2013.10
High School Diploma -
Ionia